Mount Vernon man's daily salon trips combat loneliness and build community
Cesare Peluso is always on hand at Clara's Hair Salon in Mount Vernon, holding court and sometimes helping out. CBS News New York's Dick Brennan reports.
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Cesare Peluso is always on hand at Clara's Hair Salon in Mount Vernon, holding court and sometimes helping out. CBS News New York's Dick Brennan reports.
Mount Vernon's recently renovated Memorial Field will host a U.S. Open Cup match between NYCFC and the Westchester Soccer Club on Tuesday.
A Mount Vernon, New York, police officer is on the wrong side of the law for the second time in two weeks. CBS News New York's Tony Aiello reports.
Another Mount Vernon, New York, police officer is on the wrong side of the law, prosecutors said.
Police in Mount Vernon are asking for the public's help to find a missing child.
A Mount Vernon police detective, who was just promoted, is among those facing charges. CBS News New York's Jenna DeAngelis reports.
Members and associates of the Riverhead-based 48 Gang are charged with crimes linked to murders, armed robberies and shootings dating back to 2021, prosecutors said.
Suffolk County law enforcement officials announced a 57-count indictment against members and associates of a Riverhead-based gang. Among those facing charges is a Mount Vernon police officer.
A Mount Vernon police detective was taken into custody on Long Island in connection with a gang investigation.
A New York City schools staffer was killed in Mount Vernon over the weekend, police say.
St. Paul's Church in Mount Vernon served as a critical hospital during the Revolutionary War for both sides. CBS News New York's Tony Aiello takes us there.
CBS News New York's Tony Aiello has more on what was a historic promotions day in the Westchester County city.
The Mount Vernon Police Department has never before had a female captain, but now, it has two. CBS News New York's Tony Aiello was at the historic promotion ceremony.
A Mount Vernon funeral director is facing charges, accused of practicing without a license.
Westchester County is still under a state of emergency as snow cleanup begins. CBS News New York's Tim McNicholas reports.
Nearly 200 people were left without a home after a fire ripped through a Mount Vernon apartment building earlier this week. On Thanksgiving, the community came together to help.
Many were treated to a meal on Thursday night, as a fundraising drive to get them into a new home before Christmas continues. CBS News New York's Adi Guajardo reports.
After a five-alarm fire devastated a Westchester apartment building days before Thanksgiving, a mountain of donations arrived to help the residents in need.
Dozens of people, and several pets, woke up at the vacated school, which the city and Red Cross transformed into a shelter. CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock reports.
Mount Vernon officials said the fire broke out shortly before 3 a.m. Sunday at an apartment building on Cottage Avenue.
A shelter is now open at a nearby elementary school for those displaced. CBS News New York's Noëlle Lilley has more on the impact to residents and neighbors.
The raging early morning fire forced dozens of people from their homes, and it's still an active scene. CBS News New York's Noelle Lilley reports from Westchester County.
Mount Vernon police say they have arrested a suspect in a deadly stabbing that took place Friday morning.
Mount Vernon Police said one person was killed near Eastchester Lane and Mundy Lane.
The mayor warns nearly 5,000 residents would stop receiving government food aid if the government shutdown continues. CBS News New York's Tony Aiello reports.
The 2026 Tony Awards are underway, honoring the best of Broadway's plays and musicals.
Law enforcement is responding after five people were stabbed at Penn Station on Sunday night. At least one injury is said to be serious.
Cody Bellinger's tiebreaking homer sparked a five-run eighth inning capped by Jazz Chisholm Jr.'s three-run drive, and the banged-up Yankees beat the Red Sox 6-1 on Sunday.
There will be no watch party for Knicks fans outside Madison Square Garden while President Trump attends Game 3 of the NBA Finals.
Brad Lander is endorsed by Mayor Mamdani and Rep. Dan Goldman is backed by Gov. Hochul in a race that's turned into one of New York's hottest of 2026.
Law enforcement is responding after five people were stabbed at Penn Station on Sunday night. At least one injury is said to be serious.
There will be no watch party for Knicks fans outside Madison Square Garden while President Trump attends Game 3 of the NBA Finals.
Brad Lander is endorsed by Mayor Mamdani and Rep. Dan Goldman is backed by Gov. Hochul in a race that's turned into one of New York's hottest of 2026.
Severe weather in Queens caused the death of an elderly man when a tree fell on him in Forest Park on Saturday night.
The 2026 Queens Pride Parade was held Sunday in Jackson Heights. Here's what to know about its history, the route, and more.
Storms hit the New York City area on Saturday, bringing damaging winds, hail and downpours across the region.
It's unseasonably warm in New York City on Wednesday as humidity adds to the summer-like weather. There's also a slight chance for showers in parts of the Tri-State Area.
It's back to feeling like spring, and even summer on some days, as warm weather and sunshine return to the New York area.
A final round of showers is moving through the New York area in the morning before the rest of the week turns much drier and warmer.
The New York area is off to a soggy start to the unofficial kickoff of summer with rainy weather this Memorial Day Weekend.
Tensions rose once again this weekend outside Delaney Hall in Newark after the mayor scaled back local law enforcement.
For half a century, The Valerie Fund has been dedicated to providing care to children with cancer and blood disorders.
Storms hit the New York City area on Saturday, bringing damaging winds, hail and downpours across the region.
A New Jersey nonprofit called The Valerie Fund is celebrating 50 years of providing comprehensive care to children with cancer and blood disorders.
A child died and five people, including a firefighter and police officer, were hurt after flames broke out at a home in Perth Amboy, New Jersey.
An 18-year-old pleaded guilty Thursday to murder and weapons charges in connection to a deadly shooting at a Long Island house party in 2025.
Storms hit the New York City area on Saturday, bringing damaging winds, hail and downpours across the region.
EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin, who is from Long Island, returned to his home turf Friday to spread the word on what is right with the agency.
A Long Island jury found Steven Schwally guilty of 2nd degree murder for ramming his car into a Deer Park nail salon while drunk.
John Gotti's grandson Carmine Gotti Agnello was arrested Wednesday for allegedly assaulting a woman, Nassau County Police said.
Brad Lander is endorsed by Mayor Mamdani and Rep. Dan Goldman is backed by Gov. Hochul in a race that's turned into one of New York's hottest of 2026.
As President Trump prepares to watch the New York Knicks take on the San Antonio Spurs at Madison Square Garden, officials are planning for a heightened security posture, sources said.
EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin, who is from Long Island, returned to his home turf Friday to spread the word on what is right with the agency.
In a CBS News interview, White House border czar Tom Homan defended conditions at the Delaney Hall ICE detention center, amid intense protests over the New Jersey facility. "
Newark Mayor Ras Baraka said Thursday he is scaling back police at Delaney Hall. The announcement followed the arrests of two protesters on Wednesday night.
For half a century, The Valerie Fund has been dedicated to providing care to children with cancer and blood disorders.
A New Jersey nonprofit called The Valerie Fund is celebrating 50 years of providing comprehensive care to children with cancer and blood disorders.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill is urging people to donate blood ahead of the summer months.
There's no vaccine for the Bourbon virus, nor medicine to treat it, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Marie Francillion was diagnosed with lung cancer after she was feeling heartburn and shoulder pain. She said she's able to remain hopeful and spend more time with her family because of a different type of treatment.
The 2026 Tony Awards are underway, honoring the best of Broadway's plays and musicals.
The Broadway revival of the musical (nominated for 11 Tony Awards) depicts drama, joy and heartbreak in the pursuit of the American Dream at the turn of the 20th century, with parallels to the contemporary world, from issues of race to the immigrant experience.
Madonna performed a surprise concert in Times Square weeks before the release of her "Confessions II" album.
Knicks superfan Spike Lee stopped by CBS Mornings to give his thoughts as the Knicks get set to play in the NBA Finals, and he offered his prediction, too.
The 25th edition of the film and media festival opens on Wednesday, showcasing more than 100 world premiere documentaries and narrative features, as well as short films, live music, podcasts and conversations with leading entertainment figures.
Cody Bellinger's tiebreaking homer sparked a five-run eighth inning capped by Jazz Chisholm Jr.'s three-run drive, and the banged-up Yankees beat the Red Sox 6-1 on Sunday.
There will be no watch party for Knicks fans outside Madison Square Garden while President Trump attends Game 3 of the NBA Finals.
Fermin's home run nullified a fine performance by Mets rookie Nolan McLean, who allowed one run on three hits and three walks in six innings.
Saturday night's Red Sox-Yankees game was postponed due to rain and rescheduled.
Golden Tempo made Cherie DeVaux the first woman to train a Kentucky Derby winner and the second woman to train a Belmont Stakes winner.
Harlem's historic Cotton Club recently announced it was up for sale. The news comes as jazz clubs across the borough disappear.
Jasir Gipson was shot by a stray bullet at 5 years old while walking with his mother. More than a decade later, he's graduating from high school with nothing but a smile.
Garbage piling up near freight train tracks is frustrating many Maspeth residents.
Residents and elected officials are urging the MTA to reopen the Long Island Rail Road's former Elmhurst station, arguing that the neighborhood has outgrown its current transit options.
Before there was a Brooklyn, there was a flagpole, and since the earliest days of our country, it stood as a symbol of freedom and self-determination.
People dressed in elaborate headgear and paraded up Fifth Avenue for New York City's Easter Sunday tradition.
The Halloween tradition strolled through Manhattan's East Village on Sunday, with furry friends dressed in colorful costumes.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
The annual Easter Parade and Easter Bonnet Festival was held in Manhattan on April 20, 2025.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock says temperatures will climb as the week progresses, setting the stage for possible severe weather.
It's one of the city's longest-running Pride celebrations, and we at CBS News New York are a proud community sponsor. CBS News New York's Kristie Keleshian was there for the festivities.
The stage is set for the Tony Awards on Sunday night at Radio City Music Hall. CBS News New York's Dave Carlin covers arts and entertainment and has a preview from the blue carpet.
The city Parks Department said nearly 260 trees fell during the storms across the city -- with one incident turning deadly. An 86-year-old man was killed in Queens after a tree fell on him inside Forest Park. CBS News New York's Allen Devlin has the latest.
The NYPD and the Secret Service announced there will not be a watch party outside of Madison Square Garden when the Knicks take on the Spurs in Game 3. CBS News New York's Jenna DeAngelis reports.
